Pelham Academy

Eileen began her career at JRI as a Residential Counselor at the Walden Street School in 2010. She worked there for 8 years, being promoted throughout the Residential Department, including participating in an administrative capacity. Eileen was able to participate in the JRI Simmons Scholarship, receiving her Master's in Social work in 2017. At this point, she transitioned to the Clinical Department, where she provided direct clinical support for students and families. In the Fall of 2019, she joined the team at Meadowridge Academy, providing direct oversight, training and clinical supervision while continuing to work with students and families' capacity to increase competency in areas of healthy attachments and regulation as the Assistant Program Director. Eileen joined the team at Littleton Academy in 2023 as the Program Director bringing passion for both her residential and clinical experience to the Residential work. Most recently, in 2025, Eileen transitioned to the Program Director role at Pelham Academy.

Amy began her career at JRI as the Social Studies teacher at Pelham Academy and has been the Education Director since 2014. In her role, Amy provides leadership for the department, offering teachers a sounding board for new ideas, and developing programming that allows students to be safe and successful in the academic environment. Amy was integral in the development of vocational and functional academics at Pelham Academy, providing opportunities for students to learn life skills both in the classroom and in the community. Amy holds a Masters in Special Education from Framingham State University.

Kat began her career in the mental health field interning in a variety of school-based settings and working as a direct care staff at a residential program for boys with complex trauma. She later earned her Master of Social Work degree from Simmons University, and then worked with youth aged 5-18 and their families as a residential clinician for five years. In 2025, Kat joined JRI as the Clinical Director of Pelham Academy and is excited to continue working with this population through a trauma-informed lens. In this role, Kat provides training, clinical supervision, and oversees the clinical services and treatment provided to all students.